India's presence in the QS World University Rankings 2026 has surged, with 54 institutions listed, a significant rise from 11 in 2014. IIT Delhi achieved its best rank at 123, while IIT Bombay slipped slightly to 129. IIT Madras made a dramatic leap to 180. Despite improvements, challenges persist in international student ratio and faculty-student ratio, hindering overall progress.
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The Telangana State Council of Higher Education has released the preliminary answer keys for TS LAWCET and PGLCET 2025 exams held on June 6. Candidates can access the answer keys, response sheets, and question papers at lawcet.tsche.ac.in. Objections can be submitted until June 13, with final results expected on June 25, 2025.
Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha announced the reopening of 16 tourist destinations in Jammu and Kashmir, out of the 48 closed after the Pahalgam terror attack. Eight destinations in the Valley and eight in Jammu will reopen from June 17, following appeals from political leaders and tourism stakeholders. The decision aims to restore normalcy, with further reopenings planned after security assessments.
Khaby didn’t need punchlines. His comedic empire was built on the ability to mock overly complicated solutions to simple problems — slicing through the internet’s life-hack clutter with a single shrug. But no number of well-timed glances could rescue him from the labyrinth of U.S. visa law.
South Africa aim to exploit Australia's unfamiliar opening pair of Usman Khawaja and Marnus Labuschagne in the World Test Championship Final at Lord's. Captain Temba Bavuma believes the swinging conditions will favour their bowlers, especially Kagiso Rabada, who is in top form. South Africa hope early wickets will put pressure on Australia's batting lineup in the high-stakes clash.
Amid rising tensions and stalled nuclear negotiations, the US is reducing its diplomatic and military presence in the Middle East. The State Department ordered nonessential staff to depart from Baghdad and authorized optional departures from Bahrain and Kuwait. The military is also allowing voluntary departures of dependents as regional instability looms and the IAEA considers censuring Iran.
The Indian government confirmed that an Indian national detained at Newark Airport entered the U.S. illegally without a valid visa and was being deported following a court order. Authorities restrained him due to disruptive behavior during transit and admitted him to a medical facility. The Indian Consulate in New York is engaged with U.S.
Wayne Gretzky's iconic nickname, 'The Great One,' faced initial resistance from his father, Walter. Despite concerns about pressure, the name stuck as Gretzky dominated youth hockey. He later embraced it, exceeding expectations with a record-breaking NHL career. Gretzky also commented on the Edmonton Oilers' recent loss to the Florida Panthers. His journey reflects humility, brilliance, and lasting greatness in hockey.
Six babies in Ontario contracted measles before birth. Their mothers were unvaccinated. Doctor Kieran Moore says vaccination could have prevented these infections. Canada eliminated measles in 1998. Ontario has seen over 2,000 cases since October. Congenital measles can cause premature birth and brain inflammation. Vaccination before pregnancy is crucial. Intravenous immunoglobulin is recommended if exposed during pregnancy.
In Khajuwala, Bikaner, a gang posing as occult practitioners allegedly drugged four men with sedatives, leading to three deaths and one hospitalization. The victims were lured with promises of doubled money through black magic, but were instead robbed of cash and valuables estimated at Rs 45–50 lakh. Police are investigating the possibility of internal betrayal among the victims.
Bill Gates, the Microsoft co-founder, reportedly spent over $38 million to create an equestrian haven for his daughter Jennifer in Wellington, Florida. Starting with a rental in 2011, Gates strategically acquired properties, transforming a residential street into a private horse-centric area with barns and mansions. Despite the lavish spending, Melinda Gates emphasized a middle-class upbringing for their children.